unwilling

Example Sentences

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But he seemed unwilling to transform that imperfection into a constitutional defect in which counsel, in his view, still had “every opportunity” to make the point and did not.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

But they have proved unwilling while the conflict rages.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

When she confronts him outside his workplace, he is unwilling to speak or make eye contact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Investors unwilling to pay the price looked for cheap opportunities in sectors like utilities and energy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 2026

He heard himself saying, unbelieving, unwilling: “I love you, Dad.”

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy